Garn St. Germain Act? Guidance for Homeowners and Heirs
The Garn St. Germain Act is a vital piece of federal legislation that revolutionized the way we handle mortgage transfers after a homeowner's death. So, let's see how the Act's impact may benefit you and your loved ones. Whether you're inheriting a home or involved in estate planning, understanding this law can equip you with the knowledge to save thousands or much more in the long run! Let's see how the Garn St. Germain Act works and its significant role in real estate and probate law.
How to Survive Court-Ordered Guardianship Paperwork
Court-ordered guardianship can feel like a daunting task for a new guardian. Suddenly you are responsible for another person's care and well-being. As a financial guardian, you must navigate through piles of paperwork, including regular court-ordered inventories. In this blog post, we will walk you through what you need to do to prepare for your role as a financial guardian in North Carolina.
Modifying a Guardianship in NC
If you're like most people, you have many questions about guardianship in NC. How do you become a guardian? Can you stop being the guardian? How does our state handle guardianship issues such as modification of the guardian? Let's explore guardianship in NC and the possible issues you may face as a caregiver or family member of a Ward.
Adult Guardianship: How to Help an Incompetent Loved One
Sometimes adults cannot take care of themselves and need another person to act as a quasi-parent in their life. A guardian is legally appointed to make decisions on behalf of an adult with diminished capacity. Find out how to start the adult guardianship process to care for your loved one.
Handling Taxes After a Death in the Family
Filing taxes for deceased family members doesn't have to be complex. Learn what types of taxes you may need to pay and how to pay them.
Definitive Agreements and Why They Are So Important
At Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna, our experienced business attorneys can help you with considering your liabilities, promises, representations and warranties. Our business experience with contracts and agreements can help protect your business interests and avoid any costly miscommunications!
Options for Seniors: Long Term Care Planning
In this webinar, we discuss the pros and cons of each type of senior living arrangement and how to make the best decision for your particular situation. We will also look at the legal aspects of the types of arrangements available and how this affects your estate.
Elder Exploitation: Identifying the Financial & Physical Abuse of the Elderly
Join Nancy Ruffner and Adam Hopler in an exploration of the topic of elder exploitation and learn insights into identifying and remedying the financial and physical abuse of the elderly. Check out our Webinar Replay as we discuss the social and legal aspects of Elder Exploitation.
The Fundamentals of Estate and Funeral Pre-Planning
Check out our WEBINAR REPLAY and learn more about estate and funeral planning with Joe Smolenski, Renaissance Funeral Home Owner and Director and our own Adam Hopler, Estate Planning and Litigation Attorney as they discuss the importance of making plans for end of life situations.
Caregiver Burnout and the Role of a Guardian
Check Out Our Webinar on Caregiver Burnout and the Role of Guardian. Holly Hight and Adam Hopler discuss some of the strategies and issues that you face as a caregiver from a practical standpoint and from the legal perspective in this informative webinar. Check it out for more information on this timely topic.